Torus Mandibularis
Definition and etiology Torus mandibularis is a developmental malformation of unknown etiology.
Torus Mandibularis
Definition and etiology Torus mandibularis is a developmental malformation of unknown etiology.
Clinical features It presents as an asymptomatic bony swelling, covered by normal mucosa. The lesion displays slow growth during the second and third decades of life. Characteristically, the lesions appear bilaterally on the lingual surface of the mandible, usually in the area adjacent to the bicuspids. The diagnosis is based on clinical criteria.
Definition and etiology Torus palatinus is a developmental malformation of unknown etiology.
Clinical features It presents as a slow-growing, nodular, lobular or spindled, asymptomatic bony swelling covered by normal mucosa. Characteristically, the lesion appears along the midline of the hard palate.It occurs more often in women, and usually appears during the third decade of life. The diagnosis is based on the clinical findings.
Treatment Unnecessary unless full denture construction is required.
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